WWRY Performance Evaluation

Evaluation of highlights

ON CAST

Headlong
Went really well despite odd sound issues, but our group had a strong awareness of the rreal timings and the rhythms of the melody, to which we could identify how long certain instrumentals/breaks were in the music. this made us prepared for any alterations in the accompaniment. However it went very smoothly between transitions from sitting on the staging US to making our way DS. We had strong stage presence when singing headlong, as we were very confident in the song after much practice and dedication to working with each other. Our vibrant passion and spirit spread through the space and our individual solos all fit in well, as we'd observed each others timing which helped us learn our cues. I delivered my lines at my best, I am happy I hit the high note in "soon a fire starts a burning makes em more than half crazy", which I had been practisiing over and over. Everyone's solos were equally strong which further highlighted our group dynamics, and how our single efforts benefitted the team as a whole. Linking to the scene, it also reinforces the point in this scene, which is that Scaramouche and Galileo have just joined the bohemians, and strong connection out of nowhere can be seen as they are all alike, fellow rebels with common interests and one goal. I remember at the beginning of the song, the cue for the band to start was when my character says "Lets go!". However the band must have misheard and they played it way too early. Our ensemble managed this by continuing with our dialogue despite the starting beat, and prepared our positions first before rushing into it. This slip up demonstrated our effectiveness as an ensemble, as we have a way of communicating to each other and preparing how to react to situations like this.

Bohemian Rhapsody
Bohemian rhapsody went the much better in our final show. The lead vocals from every main character were dominant and held their own. I am happy with my vocals in this and enjoy this song as you are half broken out of your character, so I can show my natural performer side whilst keeping the essence of Scaramouche. The enthusiasm and wildness of the cast in this number spread through to the audience. I think we were more passionate in this show overall because of the audience feedback. We found we lacked in energy when our previous audience were unresponsive the majority of the time, whereas in this show they were cheering, laughing, applauding which is what's needed to boost your performance.

Somebody to love
The second show was much better than the first, mainly to do with the timing at the end of my song leading into the high notes and riffs. Me and the gaga girls discussed the counts for their lyrics and how many times they repeat them until I join in after the 1st show. So the 2nd show was much better and I kept the timing with the instruments for when to come back in. I am proud of my performance and feel I projected well to the audience, showing the innocence of my character but the hidden power within. The support of the gaga girls boosted the interaction between us as performers, as it reminds me of negative voices and comments in your head (represented by the teen queens). Communication what we can improve in the first show led onto creating an powerful 2nd show.

Pop, Scaramouche and Galileo Scenes
This scene went much better than expected. There were no hesitations throughout the long scenes and we bounced off each other well with our lines. As these scenes are particularly funny due to Jade's creativity full embodiment of her witty character Pop, me and Megan were influenced by this and we all fed off each other's energy, becoming more improvisational with our performance (lines, facial expressions etc.). I enjoyed our contrasts in characters, and how our rehearsing and planning has made the 3 fit really well. I actually enjoyed performing the scene and imagined it as a real interaction between your friends, even though I was previously worried about my cues. There was a small amount of lines that were skipped, but there was no gaps or pauses and it just transitioned into the next scene.

Overall I found in the second show I showed much more energy when performing, such as making good use of the space and engaging the audience. After discussing this with Kim, everything was boosted and I was much happier how I acted, especially with positive feedback from the audience. This encouraged everyone to sustain a high performance, and brought the ensemble closer together.

Show 1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hRaU3jY9U0&t=972s  PART 1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wuRzFKFCT7w&t=790s PART 2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSfEl3_5Sqw&t=7s PART 3
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xpkhTso7PNQ&t=78s  PART 4

Show 2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r_dH4C_Uo3s PART 1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MN53LlXfk6s&t=1841s PART 2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Flf4hlANtDk PART 3
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trdym2-ySJY&t=953s PART 4

OFFCAST

Seven Seas of Rye
Seven seas went 'swimmingly'. We all stayed in time as much as we could, and maintained the high chaotic energy throughout, to when we become entranced and slow the pace right down. We reacted well to the accompaniment and were very facially expressive, giving off the traumatic experience the bohemians were suffering to the audience.

A Kind Of Magic
issue with band synchronising Jordy and Bryleah singing. feel we needed more rehearsals to resolve this, showing there was more commitment to the process as the band are also are part of the ensemble, to help support us. All parts of performance are needed to be successful.
however we adapted to this and changed our movement timing and also recognizing if there were lyrics skipped, meaning we had to communicate with each other using subtle eye contact. as we all were on the same page, we adjusted well in the performance, and made it more free moving. The second show went better as we learned from our improvisation techniques and what now to do to be more in sync.

Another One Bites the Dust
Another one bites the dust's performance in our second show I believe was the strongest. I feel this was due to Bryleah's fully built confidence as Killer Queen, which supported us in our performance. Her interactions with us such as taunting, and diverting her anger to us yuppies at times instead of Khashoggi, involved us more with her, testing our acting skills in maintaining characterisation of the robot-type being of the yuppies. The dance phrase was well time and we weaved in and out of each other well at the end, using the entire space. We also adjusted to the smaller sizing of the space and certain positions that restricted some audience views.

Overall our devotion willingness to giving our best despite issues to supporting our double casts' show, reflects our group relationship and respect for each other, working for others as well as ourselves.

Show 1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJ-mkeQd91o PART 1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trEuiK6GaFU&t=2020s PART 2

Show 2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6eV9ltco9eg PART 1
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXp-TVGzx0U PART 2
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3V01izqbJ9U PART 3
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dKuaxndjx9I&t=804s PART 4

So Sing rehearsals

In rehearsals for So Sing, we practised and developed the four songs Human by Rag'n'Bone, Tears Dry on Their Own by Amy Winehouse, Ain't No Mountain High Enough and Keepin Your Head Up.

When planning, we made a list of people who would like a solo in the piece. This gives everyone a chance to contribute individually and develop themselves. We began listening and absorbing the songs where we would then use our own time to thoroughly learn the lyrics and melody.


In rehearsals, we started practising harmonies and figured about between is which harmony we would be more comfortable in or our preferred harmony (higher/lower/melody). We changed the song Rockabye to Ain't No Mountain High, a song we are more familiar with that fits better with the others, and also is more comfortable in range all round.
The lyrics to the songs could have been learned quicker by all performers, so we could all put in the right energy and feel confident performing for an effective and balanced ensemble. In a run through, people that are in the back row were not as energetic and focus as the rest of the lines, as they were behind and are not as visible. However it does show and can make the whole performance lack in enthusiasm.

In another rehearsal, we went in groups that had difficulty with the same song, where we practised over and over (my group did Keepin Your Head Up, as we didn't know the verses). This was really  helpful as working together gives you and others more support and motivation to develop yourself, as opposed to you trying on your own
I had a solo in Tears Dry On Their Own, along with Emily and Holly. As I knew the song very well, I found it easy and was confident learning it. As Holly's lines followed straight after, we stood together in the front line supporting each other, and we went over our lines with Emily who wasn't as confident with the song. I also contributed by guiding the ensemble in practising the way certain lines in this song are said, as t is very distinct. Ensuring I know my part very well shows my commitment and dedication to the group, as every aspect of the performance is equally important and contributes something.

Later on in rehearsals we had to change the key in which we sing the ending lines of Tears Dry On Their Own, as it is too low and we cannot project our voices enough to the audience. We had to practise with how we can transition to the higher key in an effective way. I gave an idea of a way we should sing it and we all agreed, so we chose the same transition, making the whole song fit. The consistence in our slightly altered melody I feel gives a more solid performance

In keeping your head up, I found this most challenging due to it's high pitches through the chorus. However a lot of the time I find I am just holding back, and need to challenge myself more and believe in my potential skills. I also felt very encouraged by everyone else, and as this song is a very bubbly and lively and fun song, it's causes you to let loose more and just sing rather than being too controlled.

The ending is acapella which requires us to stay in time with each other as we cannot rely on the piano. We had troubles with going too fast, but learned to drag it out more as we concentrated harder.

With help from Kat, we improvised movements while singing the songs and just went with the flow, experimenting with gestures and foot taps etc., and then deciding on what movements we should use for each song. For example in human, we are simply steadily rocking, which creates an impact and eases you into the performance, that grows to a climax in 'keeping your head up', where we will bounce around the space clapping our hands and being direct to the audience to engage them and encourage them to join in.


Evaluation

The performance went very well. In the short space of time we had to rehearse, it shows our capability in adapting and picking things up quickly. It also demonstrates our professional attitude despite our short rehearsals. It all pulled together in our final rehearsals, giving all our energy and efforts. The performance was full of enthusiasm. I ensured I gave 100% even when I wasn't completely confident in certain areas, I didn't let that show on my face or body language.
Liv had a small blip where she stumbled and got nervous on her lines. I recognized how Izzy next to her supported her in the singing when she needed it, which is important to hold the structure of the ensemble together. We maintained high energy throughout to it's full extent in the last song. I find the louder you sing for yourself, it encourages others and spreads through the group to liven up. Our ending acapella section was effective, as we listened to each other to sustain the rhythm.

Somebody to Love rehearsing

Somebody to love is my solo/ensemble song, where my character Scaramouche is wishing to break free and find someone who loves her for her. The ensemble consists of Scaramouche and the teen queens/gaga girls, who prior to this are taunting and mocking her. Practising this with the off cast members, we rehearsed our levels of energy by reading the script and exaggerating our reactions to each other. The teen queens are a version of a snobby group of squeaky girls. We discussed how they should enter whilst i am singing 'Break Free', where they could be catching me singing and sneak in to ridicule me. I contributed my giving ideas about how their formation can be around and above me as I am on the lower stage block. In addition, they could be clicking side to side during the song as if they are proper backing singers. We needed to work o the timing for the last section, where all the voices build up and I belt a high note. This would be helpful to go through with piano accompaniment to compare the timing. I need to work on parts of the song I am finding tricky as I lead the song, therefore the leader of the ensemble. I need to take control and guide my cast members so we can deliver a polished performance.

Bohemian Rhapsody

For Bohemian rhapsody, this would be by far our most challenging songs, especially the cues, patterns, harmonies and timing of the vocals and accompaniment. Songs like this needed strong commitment, determination, focus, encouragement and support to work successfully as an ensemble.

We were allocated groups that would sing a certain line or would sing a certain harmony. I was with Holly, Jade and Year 12s and we read through the lines as a group over and over. Practising the melody, I then helped with practising the higher harmony that half of us would sing. It was very high which meant I needed to warm up, and with the help of Kim's vocal exercises it made it much easier to reach the notes.

We went through the song lyrics section by section, annotating exactly when we come in, if we grow in volume and when she sing softer etc. As this song would take longer, we worked on singing certain parts of the song that were most difficult, before we attempted it in one go. Focus was really important here, as we needed to ensure we knew our parts otherwise it would let down the ensemble. No matter how big or small, all parts are significant.

Sometimes I feel I can give more creative ideas in discussions, and I want to improve this in getting my opinion heard as I usually agree. However Bo Rhap is very vocally challenging and felt a bit out of my depths.

After more rehearsals, I feel we have a tackled a lot and we are almost there in our groups. We next started blocking where our positions would be on stage. Scaramouche and Galileo would be on the stage blocks, along with Killer Queen and Khashoggi on the other side. Initially we were going to be placed in our groups in various parts of the stage, with spotlights on us. However this then separates our voices into groups that aren't that big. So, we decided to place everyone against the side of the Killer queen stage, in a levelled formation. This position also gives more stage presence, and our voices side by side will be stronger and uplifted. I believe we are strongest performing vocally when closer together.

Organisational skills audit

Organisation skills	Level of competence	Where and how I have developed this?
Replying to emails	AMBER/GREEN	Sometimes I tend to put off replying to certain emails, more due to not knowing how to form the right reply depending on who it is to.
Time management	AMBER	I need to put free time into better use such as completing work and tasks. When I think about the amount of work I could get done in the time I waste, it makes me realise I need to be more self-disciplined.
Organising myself within other people	GREEN	I know how to work well with others and adapt to new people who I may have not previously worked with, and ensure I put my full effort into tasks.
Self discipline	RED	I do not self-discipline myself enough to ensure I stick to a schedule, and the amount of time I should be putting into my work.
Motivation	AMBER/GREEN	I find it hard to get the initial motivation to carry out a task/work, however when I manage to get motivated, I am able to get things done efficiently.
Avoiding procrastination	RED	Relating to self discipline, I need to learn to get on with completing tasks and doing work, and overcome little distractions. I often regret procrastinating so much as everything builds up and I end up with little time to do everything in.
Commitment	GREEN	I am very commited to projects and people who I may be working with, as I am considerate to others and how significant commitment is for being successful
Self awareness	GREEN	I find I am very aware of my strengths/weakness, feelings and how to cope with them. I know how to assess myself and judge my effect on others.
Finding solutions to problems	GREEN	I am able to find alternative routes if I am stuck and find if I think of different possible outcomes from my ideas, I can overcome my issues well.
Acting on solutions to problems	AMBER	Linking to procrastinating, I sometimes need to find the initial encouragement to get on with acting on solutions.
Prioritising	AMBER/GREEN	I tend to prioritise more on practical tasks over written, theoretical tasks. I need to create a balance to ensure I am completing both sides to tasks equally.
Accepting responsibility	GREEN	I am able to take responsibility for my actions, whether this is from making an error, or correctly performing an action.
Creating a balance	AMBER	As i mentioned in prioritising, I need to learn to create a balance between parts of my work/tasks, as well as balancing work life with social life. Overall, I need to balance by dedicating more time to my work.
Meeting deadlines and demands	AMBER	I need to improve this as I find it difficult to meet deadlines where I am fully completed with work or the task.
Keeping calendars	GREEN	I ensure I am up to date with all dates in my phone calendar, which reminds me nearer the time of them. This helps me schedule things in the future and make sure I am available for certain events
Social network	GREEN	I keep up to date with my social network platforms, updating regularly to keep in tune with others and interacting.

17th February (Cunningham, Limon)

Cunningham

Cunningham plie and back warm up

Cunningham foot exercise in parallel and first

Cunningham triplets from corner with arching and curving

Cunningham triplet phrase

Cunningham exercises evaluation

Limon

Limon swing phrase

Limon travelling phrase

Limon main phrase

Limon technique evaluations

Showreel

To be created

Forecast timeline and future goals

September 2017:

I hope to have gotten into either one of my drama school choices, (Guildford School of Acting/ Royal Central School Of Speech and Drama) or university choices (Arts University of Bournemouth/Kingston University). If I go to a drama school, I will be entirely focused on this course and be fully dedicated to it. If I go to a university, I will also look into starting the part-time course at Identity School of Acting.

Following year:
If I go to University, I aim to be taking outside classes to develop my acting, singing and dancing skills.
I aim to have developed these skills later into the year and am attending multiple auditions a week.

Long term goals:

I aim to have performed in a long running stage musical, being in successful films and always be working in between jobs, whether it's performing gigs, sponsorship, advertisement, or simply working in a simple part time job whilst I continue auditioning.

Database of creative professionals in 1st year

Who I'll need in my 1st year



Photographer

I will initially look for a freelance photographer (particularly a student) who is looking for experience but also charges a low rate, as I won't have much money at that moment in time. This will then lead to more professional and experienced photographers when I have saved more money. A professional photographer in Brighton named David Myers has built a known business here

http://www.davidmyersphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/brighton-photographer-david-myers-sussex.jpg

David Meyers in Brighton (180 for shoot with 2 photos, 15 for extra)





Accountant

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This online accountancy manages your book keeping, tax returns and other financial issues of business. I would need this as I am not a very organised person sow ill need to learn from a professional before possibly going independently. This will give me more free time to focus on auditions and performing rather than worrying about keeping all my receipts etc.

performanceaccountancy.co.uk





Agent

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http://www.identityschoolofacting.com/agency/

I would need an agent, and I would be interested Identity Agency Group. It caters to young and multicultural actors. I would need to take the drama school course, from which I can get an agent from if they see potential with me. The course is a minimum of 2 terms, and through it you are trained and assessed and offered an agent if you are at a high level.




Equity membership

http://www.equity.org.uk/home

I would like to be a member of Equity as they can help out with

• Job Information Service 
• Tax and Welfare Support 
• Legal Support 
• Public Liability Insurance (PLI) 
• Accident and Backstage Insurance 
• Equity Members’ Personal Pension 
• Workshops and Training 
• Pay and Conditions .
• Campaigns 
• Discounts 
• Equity Card 
• Your Professional Name 
• Representation 
• Help and Advice 
• Royalties and Other Payments 
• Contract Enforcement 
• Bullying Reporting Line 
• Dance Passport 
• Digs List 
• Publications .
• This website 
• On line Directories 
• Your Network 
• Careers Advice 
• Health and Safety 
• Medical Support (BAPAM) 
• Charities 
• Union Energy 
• Industry Information Service

Lawyer

http://www.musicattorney.co.uk/contentimages/0/0/header.jpg

I would need a lawyer to manage my other financial and legal affairs. A lawyer Howard Livingstone who has been apart of music and entertainment industry legal services for many years, is based in London which would be ideal as I will have most auditions there. His service covers:

(a) SUPPLY OF CONTRACTS
(b) CONTRACT VETTING/NEGOTIATING  
(c) BUSINESS AFFAIRS 
(d) ARTIST REPRESENTATION 
(e) DISPUTES

Band Disputes 

Songwriting Disputes  

Contract Disputes: 
(f) CLAIMS  
(g) COPYRIGHT 
(h) MONEY COLLECTION  
(i) SAMPLE CLEARANCE 
(j) ARTIST MANAGEMENT 
(k) RIGHTS REGISTRATION ADVICE 
(l) INTERNET SITES
(m) WORK PERMITS FOR OVERSEAS PERFORMERS 
(n) BUSINESS START-UP ADVICE  
PRICES

Gardner's Multiple Intelligence test

The Gardner's multiple intelligences test divides up the idea of intelligence into specific categories, rather than summing up intelligence as a "general ability". My result came up as interpersonal. After researching into this, interpersonal intelligence means you are sensitive to the moods, feelings to others, and have a good ability of working as part of a group. You can empathize well and communicate effectively with others. I feel this relates to me as I am very considerate of my peers and how we can cooperate as a team. I can recognize the mood of people and what state they are in, which I feel is very important when communicating with others. However the type of careers that are associated with this intelligence include lawyers, solicitors, salesperson etc. This is interesting as I don't see myself in any of these roles, and am a much more a creative person over these type of jobs. However having this perspective of intelligence gives me extra skills outside of  the creative intelligences for example.

Asessing my current skills and preference in entertainment

casting call pro - for auditions and jobs

extra classes - accents, ballet and jazz(get in course at uni), singing, language?(uni) - ACT brighton - summer school, classes, coaching

More separate performance skills can't think of any - look into useful/interesting peformance skills to have e.g aerial silk interesting to me - 

Preference of entertainment opportunities/careers

Type casting myself:

An actor I feel I would be similar to in playing roles is Anthonia Thomas, who is mostly known for her role 'Alisha' in E4 Channel show Misfits. She plays a flirty young teenage character with an attitude. I can see myself in a show like this a it is part thriller based, which is one of my favourite genres. However I can see myself cast in glamourous-type roles in productions. I also see myself in dramas, mostly films.

Other roles/productions/mediums

:

I am interested in being apart of stage musicals, with favourites 'In The Heights' and 'Lion King' being the type of productions I would enjoy being in.

As dancing is one of my stronger skills, I could see myself being a backing dancer (mostly commercial) for concerts, shows and cruise ships.

I am also interested in the career possibly in singer, as I want to build on this skill and have coaching in it. I could perform at small gigs that could lead to more, which can be done alongside a career in acting.

Performance skills audit

Performance skills	Level of competence	Where and how I have developed this?
Acting: Projection	GREEN	I project well in a room full of an audience. This I feel comes from my learning of how to project your voice across a room in singing
Acting: Voice/Accent	AMBER/GREEN	I have developed the accents I have so far performed in, however I would like to expand my skills and learn more accents as I find it harder to pick them up instantly.
Acting: Body Language	AMBER/GREEN	I feel I am good at portraying dramatic/theatrical scenes with strong body language, although I do wish to improve my body language in naturalistic portrayals
Acting: Use of proxemics/space	GREEN	Through methods and blocking, I have learned to use the whole space well and in relation to others in the space. My choreographing of dance pieces has also helped me learn how to make use of all the space.
Acting: Facial Expressions	GREEN	My facial expressions are strong when I have been playing my roles, and I have developed this through character development and analysis of the script/description of the character’s demeanour, and also the scene mood.
Acting: Learning Lines	GREEN	I am very confident in learning my lines as I can pick them up quickly. My biggest obstacle was learning monologues, however learning to split up the lines and give my full attention to memorizing them has improved my skills.
Singing: Pitching/Intonation	GREEN	Through college I have developed my pitching/intonation through various vocal exercises, and am very positive with my level of skill in this
Singing: Breath Control	AMBER/GREEN	My breath control has developed through breathing exercises and breaking down songs to incorporate my breathing structure between lines etc.
Singing: Interpretation	GREEN	I make sure to interpret songs I have sung to carry the message of that song, the object/meaning of why i’m singing it. If I am playing a specific character in a production, I will research into the plot and use this to decide how to interpret parts of the song. I also try not to focus too much on where my voice is technically when performing, as you are trying to display the character you embody, not yourself as a singer.
Singing: Pronunciation/Diction	GREEN	I feel very confident in this as I always aim to be clear with pronouncing lyrics and my articulation of the words. I have developed these through useful articulation exercises.
Singing: Vocal Range	GREEN	My vocal range has improved massively over time, from help of my other classmates boosting my confidence and helping me recognize I had  bigger range than I thought. I have also dedicated a lot of time out of lessons to improve this skill.
Dance: Movement Memory	GREEN	I’ve always found it easy to pick up and memorise movement fairly quickly, and I have developed this from my previous years of experience in performing frequently.
Dance: Musicality	GREEN	I have always had strong musicality, being sensitive to timing and matching my movement well to the mood and rhythm of the music. I have developed this overtime from previous dance experience, and working with a variety of themes/concepts and music genres.
Dance: Flexibility	AMBER/GREEN	My flexibility can be improved more, and if I do more exercises focusing on this, I will be able to develop this skill as well as learn about my real limitations

Dance: Extension	AMBER/GREEN	My extension could be improved more as it has been mentioned to me that I could extend my arms more in movements. I am going to develop this by self observing in the mirror and performing phrases that focus on the extension of the limbs.
Dance: Posture and Alignment	AMBER	I can struggle with this, particularly my alignment. I  need to develop this by understanding my body’s natural alignment as I suffer from bow legs and outturned hips. I need to learn exercises and positions that will help with these issues to improve this skill
Dance: Strength	AMBER	I want to develop my strength more so I am able to perform more challenging movements. I think strength links with balance, and by improving both of these, I will be able to effectively perform difficult actions
Dance: Stamina	GREEN	My stamina is strong in dance as I have a lot of practice in long performances, and building this with cardio exercises before dancing.
Overall Performance: Confidence	GREEN	I have a lot of confidence in overall performance, as it feels very natural performing to an audience. Although technically I can feel slightly nervous in performing movement, I mostly feel at ease as my performance skills are strong.